2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-8 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1307 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
